Why it matters: Aging infrastructure like bridges has been a serious issue in many countries, with collapses causing dozens of injuries and deaths in recent years. Researchers have started monitoring ...

STMicroelectronics has introduced the LSM6DSV320X inertial measurement unit (IMU) that combines embedded AI, a MEMS gyroscope with ±4,000 dps range, and a dual MEMS accelerometer tuned for activity ...

The H48C three-axis accelerometers target a range of movement-oriented applications. These MEMS sensors interface directly to a microcontroller. The H48C has three analog outputs for simultaneous ...

Accelerometers turn motion into measurable signals. From tilt and vibration to g-forces, they underpin countless designs. In this “Fun with Fundamentals” entry, we demystify their operation and take a ...

Engineers could measure the health of bridges using data from smartphones, which could allow us to add up to 15 years to the usable lifetimes of these structures. Most bridges are assessed using ...